Wash Operative (Steam Bay) afternoons
14 days ago
Burton-on-Trent
Job Title: Wash Operative (Steam Bay Labourer / Cleaner) Location: Barton Under Needwood Shift: Afters (will initially start on days) Afters hours: Monday to Friday, 2:30pm - 1:00am (four day week) payrate: competitive, depending on experience. Contract: Initially 6 months, with a good chance of extension and potential to become permanent Job Overview We are currently seeking a Front Wash Operative (Steam Bay Cleaner) to join the Engine Strip & Transmission team at the Barton Under Needwood site. The role focuses on cleaning vehicles and components, packing and wrapping parts, and supporting general labouring duties across the site. This is a hands-on position suited to someone reliable, flexible, and comfortable working with industrial equipment. Key Responsibilities • Clean vehicles and components including rafts, engines, raft frames, and transmissions using pressure washer and steam bay equipment Prepare machinery and vehicles for delivery Pack and shrink-wrap parts and assemblies Support general site duties such as litter picking, waste compacting, and baling Operate forklifts, hand trucks, and other site equipment where trained Load and unload materials and equipment, including manual handling Identify damage and report shortages or quality issues Work in line with all 5S activities and report any job-related issues to the line manager Comply with all company and statutory Quality, Health & Safety, Environmental, and Personnel policies and procedures * Carry out additional duties within the scope of the role as required Requirements • Hands-on background, ideally within engineering, manufacturing, construction, or similar environments Counterbalance FLT licence is highly advantageous Ability to work to deadlines and adapt to short lead times Willingness to learn new skills and work as part of a team Ability to safely operate and control various equipment Good awareness of health and safety procedures Strong work ethic and flexible attitude